Infrastructure Hacking
A New Type of Malware Can Lock Power Plant Computers For Ransom
For now, it’s just a lab experiment, but the researchers behind the first industrial control system ransomware believe it’s just a matter of time before criminals take note.
The Ukrainian Power Grid Was Hacked Again
Experts say the country appears to be a “testbed” for cyber attacks that could be used around the world.
Who Hacked The Lights In Ukraine?
Almost a year after one of the few cyberattacks in history to cause damage that spilled into the real world, nobody knows for sure who did it.
Here’s a List of Unknown Software Bugs a Hacking Contractor Claimed to Have
As governments require more hacking powers, shady companies will sell them the necessary tools.
This Leaked Catalog Offers ‘Weaponized Information’ That Can Flood the Web
For €2,500 a day, governments could buy large scale astroturf campaigns, and for €1 million, services to create false criminal charges.
How Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure Could Cause Real-Life Disasters
Should we really be worried about a “Cyber Pearl Harbor”?
Is China's Role in a UK Nuclear Plant Really a Cybersecurity Risk?
The Hinkley Point delay has fuelled speculation that the British government is sceptical of China's involvement. Should we be concerned?
How Drones Could Help Hackers Shut Down Power Plants
In the future, cyberattacks on power plants might be done with malware and flying hacker drones.
Hiding Internet Infrastructure Doesn't Really Keep It Safe
"Why do you want to let terrorists destroy the internet?"
Why We Should Be Worried About Ancient Viruses Infecting Power Plants
If a power plant is vulnerable to malware from 2010, it’s vulnerable to a targeted attack that causes real-world damage.
The Malware That Led to the Ukrainian Blackout
In its lifetime, BlackEnergy has been a DDoS tool, a bank credentials stealer, and is now involved in power outages in Ukraine.
Ukraine Power Grid Hack Was a Coordinated Effort, Analysts Say
The hackers also bombarded call centers in an attempt to stop customers from reporting the outage.